Originally published on July 18, 2013<br /><br />The MobiUS scanner connects over USB and plugs into smartphones and tablets. The device creates image of up to 480-by-480 pixels of body parts by using high frequency sound waves.<br /><br />Considerably more affordable than bulkier, full-sized machines the device's inventor believes it can help streamline the healthcare system in developing countries where ultrasound is not readily available.<br /><br />The Redmond, Washington-based company is working on versions of the device compatible with Apple and Android operating systems.<br /><br />--------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />TomoNews is your daily source for top animated news. We've combined animation and video footage with a snarky personality to bring you the biggest and best stories from around the world. <br /><br />For news that's fun and never boring, visit our channel:<br />https://www.youtube.com/user/TomoNewsUS<br /><br />Subscribe to stay updated on all the top stories:<br />http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=TomoNewsUS<br /><br />Stay connected with us here:<br />Facebook http://www.facebook.com/TomoNewsUS<br />Twitter @tomonewsus http://www.twitter.com/TomoNewsUS<br />Google+ http://gplus.to/TomoNewsUS
